15 Best hotels in Jambiani Zanzibar for a perfect holiday

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When I first visited Zanzibar, I stayed 4 nights in Jambiani as a part of my 12-day Zanzibar itinerary. So from my first-hand Jambiani village knowledge, I can assure you, that all Jambiani beach hotels mentioned below, are perfect for spending a relaxing time in this Zanzibar village.

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Jambiani beach is my favorite beach and one of the best beaches to stay in Unguja Island. This idyllic stretch of coastline offers a more authentic island experience. Hotels in Jambiani Zanzibar are located in Jambiani village, which means meeting locals will be easy.

You can choose to stay in Jambiani beach resort, hostel or boutique hotel. Most Zanzibar Jambiani hotels have a beachfront location. The majority of them have a pool, but every Jambiani accommodation offers amazing service and breakfast.

Jambiani hotels Zanzibar are a perfect starting place to explore the rest of the island by joining one of Zanzibar’s tours. You should definitely visit it, even if only as a day trip from UNESCO World Heritage Stone Town.

Now, choose your best hotel in Jambiani Zanzibar from the best hand-picked options below.

1. Top 3 Jambiani Zanzibar hotels

2. Visual overview of the best hotels in Jambiani

HOTEL	Booking.com score	Travel sustainable	Breakfast included	Has pool	Price range	BOOK
Passion Boutique Hotel	9.8	💚💚💚	👌	✔️	$ $ $ $	BOOK ➜
The Loop Beach Resort	9.4	❌	👌	✔️	$ $ $	BOOK ➜
New Teddy’s on the Beach	9.1	💚💚💚	👌	✔️	$	BOOK ➜
Blue Oyster Hotel	9.0	💚💚💚	👌	✔️	$ $	BOOK ➜
Uzuri Boutique Hotel	9.4	❌	👌	✔️	$ $ $ $	BOOK ➜
Little.Pompeji	9.5	💚💚	👌	✔️	$ $	BOOK ➜
Amka House	9.4	❌	👌	❌	$	BOOK ➜
Savera Beach Houses	9.6	💚💚💚	👌	❌	$ $ $	BOOK ➜
Casa Paradis	10	💚💚💚	👌	✔️	$ $ $ $	BOOK ➜
TheSpot	9.4	❌	👌	✔️	$ $	BOOK ➜
Olamanga Villa	9.6	💚💚	👌	❌	$	BOOK ➜
Stone Town House	9.4	❌	👌	✔️	$ $ $	BOOK ➜
Pili Pili Tropical Island	8.4	💚💚	👌	✔️	$ $	BOOK ➜
Reef & Beach Resort	8.1	💚💚	👌	✔️	$ $ $ $	BOOK ➜
Dhow Resort	8.7	💚💚💚	👌	✔️	$ $	BOOK ➜

3. Best hotels in Jambiani Zanzibar

3. 1. Passion Boutique Hotel Zanzibar

Set on the beachfront, overlooking the Indian Ocean, staying at Passion Boutique hotel will leave you speechless. It is one of those hotels in Jambiani that books out quickly. This might be because of their swimming pool, impeccable service, and friendly staff members.

All rooms have a private bathroom with a bidet, complimentary toiletries, air-conditioning, and free WiFi. Rooms are so comfortable, that Passion Boutique Hotel also provides room service. Besides complimentary breakfast, where you can choose between à la carte, continental, or vegetarian, they also offer free bikes and currency exchange for guests.

💕 Rating 9,8 | 📍 Location: 1,9 km (1,2 mi) from center | Sustainable 💚💚💚 | Breakfast 👌 | Pool ✔️

WHAT PAST GUESTS HAVE SAID

“Absolutely loved our stay at Passion Boutique Hotel! Amazing property with the friendliest of staff right by Jambiani beach 😍 The all day breakfast was a personal highlight for one who loves to sleep in whilst on vacation! I’d definitely come again ❤️” – Esther (More reviews)

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3. 2. The Loop Beach Resort

Located in, for many, a favorite part of Jambiani Beach, The Loop Beach Resort will transform your tropical holiday dream into a reality. It is only a few steps away from a private beach area. At low tide, you can take a dip in their outdoor swimming pool.

At Loop Beach Resort each room comes with a private bathroom with a shower and free WiFi. They offer room service. Complimentary breakfast is included in the price, where you can choose between à la carte, continental, or Italian option. The Loop restaurant Jambiani offers African, Italian, and Mediterranean cuisine.

💕 Rating 9,4 | 📍 Location: 200 m (0,2 mi) from center | Sustainable ❌ | Breakfast 👌 | Pool ✔️

WHAT PAST GUESTS HAVE SAID

“We loved everything about Loop Beach Resort. Breakfast was delicious as well the food from the menu. We spend our days around the pool that is just exceptional, enjoying our drinks and food and listening to good music. What we loved the most is the kindness of people working here, their attentiveness, helpfulness and big smiles ALWAYS. This place is magical and we loved every minute of our stay.” – Iva (More reviews)

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3. 3. New Teddy’s on the Beach

New Teddy’s on the Beach is literally on the beach. this Jambiani beach hotel has a swimming pool, a garden full of lounge chairs and swings to help you relax even more. Their super friendly staff members will make you feel at home and help you book tours in Zanzibar. 

This hotel and hostel offers a delicious complimentary breakfast and has an onsite bar and restaurant preparing daily specials, and international dishes. If you run out of Tanzanian shillings they offer a currency exchange. I loved staying at New Teddy’s.

New Teddy’s is making great efforts towards sustainability by trying to reduce water bottles and providing drinking water at a symbolic price. 

💕 Rating 9,1 | 📍 Location: 0,8 km (0,5 mi) from center | Sustainable 💚💚💚 | Breakfast 👌 | Pool ✔️

WHAT PAST GUESTS HAVE SAID

“Everything was very good, the chairs and places to lay down and relax looking at the beach was my favorite part, pool was very nice and the people working there are super friendly.” – Alana (More reviews)

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3. 4. Blue Oyster Hotel

Located on the Jambiani beachfront, Blue Oyster Hotel offers charming rooms with Zanzibari-style beds and room equipment. There are showers in bathrooms and some rooms look on the Indian Ocean. Their sandy garden will be your new favorite place. It is full of beach lounge chairs and hammocks, where you can read a book found in the hotel’s small library.

At this Jambiani hotel you can get a massage. At high tide, you can rent a Ngarawa fishing boat and snorkeling equipment. In the morning you will be spoiled with an excellent breakfast. There is an on-site bar for cocktails and juices, and a restaurant serving Swahili, seafood, and international dishes.

💕 Rating 9,0 | 📍 Location: 0,6 km (0,4 mi) from center | Sustainable 💚💚💚 | Breakfast 👌 | Pool ✔️

WHAT PAST GUESTS HAVE SAID

“We had a wonderful stay at the most fantastic beach and with the most friendly people.” – Anna (More reviews)

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3. 5. Uzuri Boutique Hotel

Uzuri Boutique Hotel is a charming oasis, located on a beach in Jambiani, Zanzibar. This is small but one of the best hotels in Jambiani Zanzibar. It has nice and cozy rooms and a calm vibe. You will fall in love with their garden and veranda.

Complimentary breakfast is served each morning. During the day you can enjoy yourself in the outdoor pool under palmas, just in front of the sea. Chef is available at any time, if you get hungry during the day. In the evening you can have dinner on the beach. To make you even more relaxed Uzuri Boutique Hotel offers amazing massage packages.

💕 Rating 9,4 | 📍 Location: 2,2 km (1,4 mi) from center | Sustainable ❌ | Breakfast 👌 | Pool ✔️

WHAT PAST GUESTS HAVE SAID

“If you’re looking for a laidback vibe, amazing people and comfortable place in Zanzibar. This is it! it has direct beach access, a nice pool and probably some of the best food / breakfast. They have an amazing massage service too which I would highly recommend. The people that work there are absolutely amazing too! we loved our time there and can’t wait to go back one day.” – Seema (More reviews)

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3. 6. Little.Pompeji

Little.pompeji are a travel sustainable resort in Jambiani. They are a short walk away from Jambiani beach, but they offer an outdoor swimming pool, lush garden and a terrace. Rooms in this resort all have private bathroom, free WiFi, and a patio with garden or pool view.

There is a bar and a restaurant on-site, offering various food options; from international, European to African and Italian. Here is where you will be enjoying in your à la carte or continental complimentary breakfast. Little.Pompeji has bikes available for rent.

💕 Rating 9,5 | 📍 Location: 1,4 km (0,8 mi) from center | Sustainable 💚💚 | Breakfast 👌 | Pool ✔️

WHAT PAST GUESTS HAVE SAID

“Pool is a very big plus, if you want to enjoy your day also during the high tide. Food is great and it comes quickly 😊 which not so often in Zanzibar. Owners are really kind people, they will help you with everything and give good advice. I can warmly recommend Little Pompeji” – Ksenija (More reviews)

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3. 7. Amka House

With direct beach access, Amka Villa Issa House, is only a couple of steps away from the Jambiani beach. Their large terrace offers stunning views over the Indian Ocean, that you can share with the world on live stream since there is free WiFi throughout the property.

In the morning you will be treated to a wonderful breakfast. There is a full kitchen with a microwave and refrigerator in the room. The private bathroom comes with a shower and free toiletries. At Amka you will also find barbecue and laundry facilities.

💕 Rating 9,4 | 📍 Location: 1,1 km (0,7 mi) from center | Sustainable ❌ | Breakfast 👌 | Pool ❌

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WHAT PAST GUESTS HAVE SAID

“Location is exelent, near the beach and restorants and same time middle of local life. The staff is very nice, always smiling. The manager of Amka could give you suggestions about trips with good price.” – Piret (More reviews)

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3. 8. Savera Beach Houses

Savera Beach Houses is Jambiani accommodation only a short walk away from Paje beach. Houses offer direct access to the beach and an astonishing view over the turquoise water of the Indian Ocean from the room. You can share it with the world using free WiFi.

A complimentary continental breakfast is served each morning, with eggs, pancakes, a variety of tropical fruits, and fresh juice. Their bar has amazing happy hours and the restaurant serves freshly made local and international dishes. If you wish to explore the surroundings, Savera has bikes available for rent.

💕 Rating 9,6 | 📍 Location: 200 m (0,2 mi) from center | Sustainable 💚💚💚 | Breakfast 👌 | Pool ❌

WHAT PAST GUESTS HAVE SAID

“Everything. The view from our room. The helpful staff. The chef is really good! Spacious rooms. Everything was so peaceful we enjoyed every second of it. We liked the fact that there’s only about 6 or 7 flats. Perfect for solo travelers and couples! We will be back.” – Haliem (More reviews)

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3. 9. Casa Paradis

If you want to find your home away from home, with a tranquil environment, delicious food, and stunning views, book your stay at Casa Paradis. You will be awarded with jaw-dropping views of the Indian Ocean and royal treatment in luxurious rooms.

It is a couple of steps away from Jambiani beach and a 10-minute walk from Paje beach. There is also an outdoor pool you can use at low tide. There is free WiFi and you will be able to choose between à la carte or continental complimentary breakfast.

Their Nobis by Casa Paradis restaurant will make your tastebuds singing every time you come for a visit. They serve dishes from French, Italian, and Mediterranean cuisine.

💕 Rating 10 | 📍 Location: 400 m (0,25 mi) from center | Sustainable 💚💚💚 | Breakfast 👌 | Pool ✔️

WHAT PAST GUESTS HAVE SAID

“There are only two words to describe my stay and my first time in Zanzibar: the best! The hotel, situated in Jambiani’s calm area but not so far from bars and restaurants, had a very stylish luxurious design and a breathtaking view on the white beach. I felt always so spoiled with the delicious breakfast (amongst which pancakes and fresh fruit!) and French haute cuisine dinner in the evenings. Certainly the very friendly staff and the nice hotel owners made me feel very welcome. Thank you for making my stay perfect and hope to see you soon!” – Bofuki  (More reviews)

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3. 10. TheSpot

TheSpot is another Jambiani beach hotel with a private beach and an outdoor swimming pool where you take a dip at the times of the low tide. Hotel has free WiFi, air conditioning, and stylish rooms with a sea view and side sea view. All rooms are equipped with a desk, wardrobe, and private bathroom.

During your stay here you will enjoy a complimentary breakfast. Here you will also find a bar and a restaurant serving Italian, international, and Brazilian cuisine. TheSpot is 1km (0,6 mi) away from the center of Jambiani and 6 km away from Paje.

💕 Rating 9,4 | 📍 Location: 1 km (0,6 mi) from center | Sustainable ❌ | Breakfast 👌 | Pool ✔️

WHAT PAST GUESTS HAVE SAID

“TheSpot is an amazing place run by great professional hosts. By far the best place we stayed while in Zanzibar. We would definitely return and recommend. Spacious rooms with character and amazing view, good water pressure, reliable hot water, good aircon, great restaurant and excellent staff. We felt like part of a family, like being in a mini family run resort.” – Nikolaos (More reviews)

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3. 11. Olamanga Villa

Located only a few steps away from Jambiani beach, Olamanga Villa Jambiani has a charming garden and a terrace. There is a free WiFi throughout the property. At Olemanga you will be able to relax in air-conditioned rooms with comfy beds, fridge, stove, and kettle, or find your zen in a private bathroom with a bathtub.

You will be able to choose between continental, American, or vegetarian complimentary breakfast. To explore the Jambiani surroundings, the villa offers bicycle and car rentals. Olamanga Villa is 2.6 km (1.6 mi) away from Paje Beach.

💕 Rating 9,6 | 📍 Location: 1,3 km (0,9 mi) from center | Sustainable 💚💚 | Breakfast 👌 | Pool ❌

WHAT PAST GUESTS HAVE SAID

“Best place we had in Zanzibar. Its new and really nice.We had our room on first floor whats give u interesting view and fresh breeze during tíme on open terrace. Allways nice breakfast and really helpfull owners.” – Mario (More reviews)

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3. 12. Kupaga Villas Boutique Hotel

Kupaga Villas Boutique is a 4-star boutique hotel located in the front row on Jambiani beach. This Jambiani Zanzibar hotel features an outdoor swimming pool, sandy garden, and stunning terrace. Their luxurious rooms come with a private bathroom, free WiFi and are all air-conditioned.

When staying here you will get a complimentary à la carte breakfast. Some rooms offer a pool view while others overlook the Indian Ocean. They offer a bike rental for easier exploring. Solo travelers especially like the location.

💕 Rating 9,4 | 📍 Location: 1,3 km (0,9 mi) from center | Sustainable ❌ | Breakfast 👌 | Pool ✔️

WHAT PAST GUESTS HAVE SAID

“The ambience of the resort was just too good! Beach front, good to unwind in the beach or their pool. They have kite surfing just close to them. The food, cocktails were really good. Charlotte was a great host!” – Reeroy (More reviews)

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3. 13. Pili Pili Tropical Island

Pili Pili Tropical Island is one of the newest hotels in Jambiani Zanzibar. This 4-star hotel has a restaurant, an outdoor swimming pool and is only a few steps away from the Indian Ocean. All the rooms come with a private bathroom, are air-conditioned, and free WiFi is available throughout the property.

Delicious breakfast is already included in the room rate, and you can choose between continental and vegetarian option. They have a 24-hour reception and currency exchange for the guests. At Pili Pili, sustainability is a way of life, with a focus on locally sourced cuisine and eco-friendly practices.

💕 Rating 8,4 | 📍 Location: 1,7 km (1,1 mi) from center | Sustainable 💚💚 | Breakfast 👌 | Pool ✔️

WHAT PAST GUESTS HAVE SAID

“Great and helpful staff members. Amazing view, nice atmosphere and delicious dinner. It is close to many activities, close to Paje and Jambiani beach.” – Denise (More reviews)

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3. 14. Reef & Beach Resort – Spa Jambiani

If you are looking for royal treatment, book your stay at Reef & Beach Resort – Spa Jambiani. They are located on Jambiani beachfront, have a private beach and 3 swimming pools. The resort offers a range of comfortable accommodations, from cozy rooms to spacious suites with Zanzibar-style furniture. Rooms have a private bathroom with showers.

They serve a delicious breakfast and have two on-site restaurants serving delicious African, Indian, and seafood dishes. On their jetty, you will be able to find a lounge and bar and their spa is waiting for you with a variety of massages. Free WiFi is available for all the guests. 

💕 Rating 8,1 | 📍 Location: 6 km (3,7 mi) from center | Sustainable 💚💚 | Breakfast 👌 | Pool ✔️

WHAT PAST GUESTS HAVE SAID

“The jetty was my favourite spot to swim, relax and drink. Perfect place for a holiday. Resort has an animation team that does an amazing job every night with the entertainment. Great location and facilities.” – Rika (More reviews)

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3. 15. Dhow Resort Jambiani

Dhow Resort Jambiani Zanzibar is an exquisite Jambiani beach resort where relaxation meets luxury. It has a private beach area and an outdoor swimming pool. All rooms have a private bathroom, free WiFi, and air-conditioning. Rooms have a balcony with a pool view. There is a complimentary breakfast included in the room rate.

This Jambiani accommodation has an on-site restaurant, offering American and African cuisine. Among request, they also offer vegetarian options. You can order room service, and friendly staff members will help with arranging tours and offer currency exchange.

💕 Rating 8,7 | 📍 Location: 1,3 km (0.8 mi) from center | Sustainable 💚💚💚 | Breakfast 👌 | Pool ✔️

WHAT PAST GUESTS HAVE SAID

“Fabulous place to stay in Jambiani village Zanzibar. In love with the pool and facilities. It is located on the beachfront which is convenient and amazing. Awesome staff members and delicious breakfast with very good coffee.” – Amber (More reviews)

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4. Best hotels in Jambiani, in a nutshell

Jambiani village is my absolute favorite place on Zanzibar. It is a place where tourists and locals live as one. You can relax and enjoy the stunning views, admire dhow boats, have a soccer match on the beach, watch how women work on algae plantations and have a chat with Masaai. It is still one of those places, where tourism hasn’t overrun traditional life.

The best hotels in Jambiani are all amazing and located on or a few steps away from the beach. I know because I was there. New Teddy’s on the Beach is a budget-friendly option. Blue Oyster and TheSpot are mid-range price beach Zanzibar Jambiani hotels, while The Loop Beach Resort and Casa Paradis are suitable for couples on their honeymoon.

If none of the beach hotels in Jambiani listed is available, there might be some others that you should look at. Those are Red Monkey Beach Lodge which is another budget-friendly option, Reef & Beach Resort – Spa Jambiani for a more upscale Jambiani stay, and others like Pili Pili Uhuru, Mango Beach House, Cinnamon Hotel and Geo Zanzibar Resort. 

Now that you know where to stay in Jambiani, have a look at the best options to stay in Stone Town. And learn some basic Swahili travel phrases, to impress locals in Tanzania and Zanzibar.

Enjoy your time in paradise.  

Hakuna Matata,
Anja

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